Description

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with our Ridiculous Chocolate Cake! This moist and rich chocolate delight is sure to steal the show at any gathering, from birthdays to casual weeknight treats. Crafted with a simple blend of chocolate cake mix, instant pudding, and sour cream, it boasts an incredibly tender texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a luscious homemade fudgy frosting, this cake is not just easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you choose to add nuts or fresh berries, every bite is a celebration of chocolatey goodness. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this unforgettable dessert that promises to leave everyone craving more!

Ingredients

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1 (15.25 ounce) box chocolate cake mix
1 (3.9 ounce) box instant chocolate pudding
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
3 eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup water
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter, room temperature
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup heavy cream

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine chocolate cake mix and instant pudding until well mixed.
Add sour cream, eggs, vegetable oil, and water; mix on medium speed until smooth.
Gently fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips using a rubber spatula.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating together butter, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla until smooth.
Once cooled, frost the cake evenly.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg